21st LISBON International Conference on Automobile & Aeronautical Engineering: ICA2E-26

Call for papers/Topics

Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

1. Automobile Engineering

This field focuses on the design, manufacturing, and operation of land-based vehicles, with a modern shift toward electrification and autonomy.

Core Vehicle Systems

• Automotive Engines (ICE): SI and CI engines, fuel injection systems (MPFI, CRDI), engine cooling, and lubrication.

• Transmission & Driveline: Manual and automatic gearboxes, CVT, dual-clutch systems, torque converters, propeller shafts, and differentials.

• Chassis & Suspension: Frame design, steering geometry, power steering, MacPherson struts, multi-link systems, and air suspension.

• Braking Systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking), EBD, drum vs. disc brakes, and regenerative braking for EVs.

Electronics & Safety

• Automotive Electricals: Battery technology, alternators, lighting, and wiring harnesses.

• Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS): Cruise control, lane-keep assist, and sensor fusion (Lidar, Radar).

• Safety Engineering: Crash testing, crumple zones, airbag deployment, and occupant protection.

Emerging Technologies

• Electric & Hybrid Vehicles: Battery Management Systems (BMS), motor controllers, and range extenders.

• Autonomous Technology: AI in navigation, V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication, and deep learning for obstacle detection.

• Sustainable Materials: Lightweight composites, recyclable plastics, and 3D printing of components.

2. Aeronautical Engineering

This field deals with aircraft operating within the Earth's atmosphere, emphasizing high-speed fluid dynamics and structural integrity.

Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics

• Flow Theory: Subsonic, transonic, and supersonic aerodynamics; lift and drag coefficients.

• Airfoil Design: Wing geometry, boundary layer control, and high-lift devices (flaps/slats).

• Gas Dynamics: Shock waves, expansion waves, and compressible flow.

Propulsion Systems

• Jet Engines: Turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, and ramjets.

• Engine Components: Compressors, combustion chambers, turbines, and exhaust nozzles.

• Rocketry (Aero-Space overlap): Solid and liquid propellant systems, thrust vectoring.

Structures & Materials

• Aircraft Structures: Monocoque and semi-monocoque designs, wing spars, and fuselage ribs.

• Aeroelasticity: Flutter, divergence, and the interaction of aerodynamic forces with structural elasticity.

• Aerospace Materials: High-temperature alloys (Titanium, Nickel-based), carbon fiber composites, and ceramics.

Flight Mechanics & Avionics

• Flight Dynamics: Stability (static/dynamic), control surfaces (ailerons, elevators, rudders), and trim.

• Avionics: Glass cockpits, Fly-by-Wire (FBW) systems, INS/GPS navigation, and radar systems.

• Flight Testing: Envelope expansion, performance data acquisition, and certification standards.

3. Shared Fundamental Topics

Regardless of the specialization, both disciplines require mastery of these foundational subjects:

• Mathematics: Calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra.

• Solid Mechanics: Statics, dynamics, and strength of materials.

• Thermodynamics: Heat transfer, cycles (Otto, Diesel, Brayton), and combustion.

• Design Tools: Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).